FinTech Wales completes new CEO search with appointment of Sarah Kocianski

  • Sarah Kocianski has been appointed as the new CEO of FinTech Wales, succeeding Sarah Williams-Gardener.
  • Kocianski brings over a decade of experience as a fintech and insurtech strategist, having worked in various strategic roles at firms such as Monitise, Business Insider UK, 11:FS, and SJK Insights.
  • FinTech Wales, an independent membership association launched in 2019, aims to provide guidance and support for fintech firms in Wales.
  • Kocianski expressed her excitement about championing Welsh fintechs and leveraging her experience to support the broader fintech ecosystem in Wales.
  • The appointment follows Cardiff Capital Region’s £1.6 million investment in FinTech Wales.
Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.

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